Savoie and Shackleton Food Drive set for December 7

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Dec 1, 2013 at 3:00 PM

Chippewa County Chairman Scott Shackleton and Sheriff Bobby Savoie have set Saturday, December 7 as the date for their annual food drive. “Last year was the best year so far,” said Savoie. “Of course, we would like to collect even more to help folks in our area.” The annual event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lots at Walmart near the Business Spur entrance and at Cascade Crossings Shopping Center near Glen’s Market. Community members need only look for the sheriff vehicles as many deputies from the sheriff’s department give their time to help collect donations. “Not only is food welcome,” Shackleton said, “but new toys as well. We will see that they get into Santa’s bag for distribution.” The annual event collects hundreds of pounds of food all of which stays in the area. Donations are distributed to the needy through The Salvation Army and The EUP Food Bank. Anyone wishing to contribute can drop off frozen turkeys or hams, non-perishable foods, new toys, or checks made out to The Salvation Army or the EUP Food Bank. To have a donation picked up, please call (906) 635-6390.